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COWRY

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun

C 3/4
O 1/1
W 4/4
R 1/1
Y 4/3

Definition of COWRY

noun

A small gastropod (Monetaria moneta, syn. Cypraea moneta) common in the Indian Ocean; its shell.

noun

(by extension) Any gastropod of the genus Cypraea; its shell.

noun

(by extension) Any gastropod of the family Cypraeidae; its shell.

Synonyms of COWRY

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Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
13
points
WWF
13
points

Is COWRY a Scrabble Word?

Yes, COWRY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 13 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 13 pts Words With Friends — 13 pts

Tip: COWRY uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for COWRY

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter cowry Total
Scrabble 31414 13
WWF 41413 13

How to Use COWRY in Word Games

COWRY is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, COWRY is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble COWRY to find 17 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About COWRY

What does COWRY mean?
COWRY is a noun. A small gastropod (Monetaria moneta, syn. Cypraea moneta) common in the Indian Ocean; its shell.
Is COWRY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, COWRY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 13 points in Scrabble.
How many points is COWRY worth in Scrabble?
COWRY is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from COWRY?
You can make 17 words from the letters in COWRY. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of COWRY?
Synonyms of COWRY include: money cowrie, wampum. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.